The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is encouraging senior citizens to request assistance to utilise the automated services and online platforms when banking. Speaking at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, the agency’s Chief Executive Officer, Dolsie Allen, noted that the pandemic has resulted in financial institutions increasing the contactless services that they offer. “The financial sector is moving...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is encouraging more Jamaicans to make use of its mobile application (app) in order to find the best prices for goods and services. The CAC Jamaica App, which was launched in December 2019, allows consumers to compare prices for products being sold across the island at businesses registered with the agency. Some 4,000 persons have...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging Jamaicans to take certain precautions when making purchases from local online vendors, who do not have a store-front. Director of Communications at the agency, Latoya Halstead, is advising consumers not to make full payment for an item before delivery. “I would recommend cash on delivery because these are hard times and people will...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is advising consumers to shop around in order to get the best prices for produce during the Christmas period and to make use of the municipal markets. Speaking at a JIS Think Tank last week, the agency’s Chief Executive Officer, Dolsie Allen, said that the break in the supply chain for some crops due to...

Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) Chief Executive Officer, Dolsie Allen, is advising consumers to create a budget before shopping during the holiday season. Speaking at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, Mrs. Allen noted that financial planning is crucial before any major decision or purchase is made. “We see a lot of offerings, such as discounts and giveaways from...

The Tourism Linkages Network will launch its e-Chrismus Marketplace initiative on Wednesday (December 16), during day one of Style Jamaica at Marketplace Jamaica in St. James. Director of the Linkages Network, Carolyn McDonald-Riley, told JIS News that the initiative provides another avenue for artisans to sell their locally made products. She said that with the absence of traditional shopping events...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) secured $6.8 million in refunds and compensation on behalf of aggrieved shoppers who transacted business with product and service providers between April 1 and November 30 this year. This was disclosed by CAC Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dolsie Allen, during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank session on December 11. Mrs. Allen also advised...